40 evocative photos of Preston in 1957 to show what our city was like at a time many of us can only imagine

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Published 23rd Oct 2025, 10:27 BST

As time marches on, the past becomes evermore distant a memory.

With that in mind, take a trip back to those long-forgotten days of Preston back in 1957 - an era which is now some 67 years in the past at this point.

These are some incredible historic pictures, so have a look and see if you recognise any familiar sights or faces...

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1. Cheapside, Preston July 8, 1957

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2. Busy Shopping Scene on Friargate, Preston, in 1957

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3. The Little John Inn. Wellington Street, Preston 1957

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4. In todayâs Looking Back, passengers wait on Platform 7 at Preston Railway Station at the start of Preston Holiday Week on July 21, 1957. Please send your nostalgic photos to [email protected] Image courtesy of The Lancashire Evening post www.lep.co.uk

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